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The Project Manager supports School Assessment in the successful delivery and fulfillment of assigned program(s). The Project Manager may be responsible either for multiple projects or for one larger project within a program, which often requires multiple resources and functional integration. The Project Manager is familiar with project or program objectives, as well as the role and function of each team member to effectively coordinate the activities of the Program Delivery Team. They spend significant time communicating with the customer and other stakeholders (vendors, cross-functional teams, subcontractors) involved in the delivery of assigned projects or programs in order to ensure customer satisfaction. The Project Manager will anticipate opportunities and issues proactively as well as manage scope using project management applications and tools.

Individuals in the Project Manager roles are responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing projects to ensure they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. Coordinate resources, manage project teams, and track progress against key milestones. Project Managers work cross-functionally to align stakeholders, manage risks, and resolve issues as they arise. Their role involves ensuring clear communication, adherence to project goals, and successful project delivery in alignment with organizational objectives.

Please submit a cover letter and resume when completing your application.

Responsibilities:

Project Management:

+ Responsible for overall project management through the life cycle (initiate, plan, execute, control, close).

+ Create and manage project schedules and communicate schedule deadlines to internal and external groups.

+ Manage customer requirements and documentation required to effectively manage program deliverables as assigned.

+ Networks with all project stakeholders and resources (including customers, internal shared services groups, subcontractors, and vendors) to meet project goals.

+ Ensures adherence to the quality management plan for all project deliverables.

+ Identify changes to project scope or costs and work with the Program Manager to implement scope modification.

+ Identify and track project risks and work with project stakeholders on risk mitigation plans.

+ Identify and implement opportunities for process and quality improvements that promote cost reduction.

+ Execute the tasks as defined in the project plan and schedule in order to meet customer deliverables.

+ Prepare and present internal and external reports on program status, risks, and other program-related issues.

+ Lead Customer and Internal Meetings, including status meetings, planning meetings, and lessons learned meetings.

+ Capture project action items, assign owners and manage to closure.

+ Some travel is required.

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s Degree desired or commensurate experience.

+ 2-3 years of experience in a Project Management role in the Assessment Industry.

+ PMP certification preferred or demonstrate an understanding and application of Project Management Institute (PMI) principles.

+ Ability to make decisions based upon limited information.

+ Demonstrate ability to manage multiple, conflicting priorities, and work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

+ Significant experience with customer service

+ High sense of urgency and attention to detail is required.

+ Effective verbal/written communication skills, strong listening, negotiation, and facilitation skills, and the ability to develop and deliver presentations.

+ Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, Excel, MS Project, Visio, and PowerPoint

Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York State, New York City, Vermont, Washington State, and Washington DC laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:

The full-time salary range is between **$45,000 - $60,000.**

This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.

Applications will be accepted through **October 31, 2025** . This window may be extended depending on business needs.

Who we are:

At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing [email protected].

**Job:** Program Management

**Job Family:** ENTERPRISE

**Organization:** Assessment & Qualifications

**Schedule:** FULL\_TIME

**Workplace Type:** Hybrid

**Req ID:** 21311